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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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